Children's Allergies
NEW TO ALLERGIES?
Runny noses are no fun for kids or parents. Find out if your kid’s symptoms may be due to allergies
and what you can do to manage them.

CHILDREN'S ALLERGIES 101
Get a basic understanding of allergies, colds and how they both can affect your child.

MANAGING CHILDREN’S ALLERGIES
Take charge of your little one’s allergies with these family-friendly tips.

CHILDREN’S INDOOR ALLERGIES
Learn how to keep allergy triggers in check for more indoor family fun.

CHILDREN’S OUTDOOR SEASONAL ALLERGIES
Help your kid minimise exposure to allergens while exploring the outdoors.

BE PREPARED TO SEE YOUR DOCTOR
Talking to your doctor or pharmacist about your child's allergies shouldn't be overwhelming. These 3 easy steps can help.
CLARATYNE® ALLERGY PRODUCTS FOR KIDS
Children’s Claratyne® Syrup and Children's Claratyne® Chewable Tablets offer non-drowsy allergy relief of sneezing, runny nose, itchy, watery eyes and itchy nose or throat for kids in a variety of kid-friendly forms and flavours.
The Claratyne® Difference
Compare Children's Claratyne® to other leading allergyX
allergy
An exaggerated response of the immune system to a substance that is ordinarily harmless.
brands. Children's Claratyne® is the #1 children's antihistamineX
antihistamine
Medication that relieves symptoms of sneezing, itching and runny nose by blocking histamine receptors.
brand in Australia1.
FEATURES |
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Telfast® Oral Liquid Kids |
Zyrtec® Kids Drops |
Zyrtec® Kids Liquid |
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Active Ingredient |
Loratadine |
Loratadine |
Fexofenadine |
Cetirizine |
Cetirizine |
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Age Indication From |
1 year |
2 years |
6 months for hivesX
hives
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1 year |
2 years |
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Benefit |
Fast Acting |
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Non-Drowsy |
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24h Relief |
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Symptom Relief |
Sneezing |
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Runny Nose |
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Watery, Itchy Eyes |
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Itchy Skin (HivesX
Hives
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Treatment of |
Seasonal Hayfever |
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Year Round Allergies (pet dander, mouldX
mould
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1. IQVIA National Pharmacy and Grocery OTC Children’s AntihistamineX
Antihistamine
Medication that relieves symptoms of sneezing, itching and runny nose by blocking histamine receptors.
Sales MAT 13/02/2021
Compare Claratyne® to other leading allergyX
allergy
An exaggerated response of the immune system to a substance that is ordinarily harmless.
brands. Claratyne® is the world’s #1 over-the-counter oral antihistamineX
antihistamine
Medication that relieves symptoms of sneezing, itching and runny nose by blocking histamine receptors.
brand1.
FEATURES |
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Telfast® |
Zyrtec® |
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Active Ingredient |
Loratadine |
Fexofenadine |
Cetirizine |
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Benefit |
Fast Acting |
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Non-Drowsy |
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24h Relief |
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depends on product |
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Symptom Relief |
Sneezing |
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Runny Nose |
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Watery, Itchy Eyes |
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Itchy Skin (HivesX
Hives
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Treatment of |
Seasonal Hayfever |
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Year Round Allergies (pet dander, mouldX
mould
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Format |
Available in Tablet Format |
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Available in Liquid Capsules |
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1. Nicholas Hall’s global CHC database, DB6, 2019
References
- Department of Health. Therapeutic Goods Administration. Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods – public ARTG summaries. Available at: https://www.tga.gov.au/australian-register-therapeutic-goods Accessed February 2021.
- Claratyne (Loratadine) Full PI. (2014). eMIMS. Retrived from: https://www.emims.com.au/ . Accessed February 2021.
- Zyrtec (Cetirizine hydrochloride) Full PI. (2019). eMIMS. Retrived from: https://www.emims.com.au/ . Accessed February 2021.
- Telfast (Fexofenadine hydrochloride) Full PI. (2019). eMIMS. Retrived from: https://www.emims.com.au/ . Accessed February 2021.
Comparison based on selected attributes. Always read the label. Follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional. It’s always important to seek advice from your health professional to determine which medication is right for you.
Telfast® and Zyrtec® are trademarks of their respective owners
FIND THE FORM THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOUR CHILD
Claritin® for Kids allergyX
allergy
An exaggerated response of the immune system to a substance that is ordinarily harmless.
products comes in a variety of forms and flavors to meet your little one’s needs.
Find out what form is right for your family below.
Tablets
One non-drowsy tablet effectively relieves allergy symptoms all day.
- 24-hour allergy relief
- Non-drowsy relief from pollenX
pollen
Microscopic grains discharged from the male parts of a plant when it flowers. These need to be carried to the female parts of the plant, in order to reproduce. Pollen grains are typically spread by birds, bees or wind. Pollen is the major cause of hayfever – particularly in hot, dry and windy… , dust mitesX dust mites
A common trigger for indoor allergies. They are microscopic mites that live in the fibres of pillows, mattresses, blankets and carpet. They live off of our dead skin cells. Inhalation of their droppings can cause allergic reactions such as runny nose, sneezing and nasal congestion. , pet dander and mold - Relief from sneezing, runny nose, itchy/watery eyes, and itchy nose or throat
RediTabs®
These melt-in-your-mouth tablets dissolve in seconds without needing water for non-drowsy relief on the go.
- Dissolves quickly with or without water
- No artificial colors
- Available in 12-hour and 24-hour dosing
- Non-drowsy relief from pollen, dust mites, pet dander and mold
- Relief from sneezing, runny nose, itchy/watery eyes, and itchy nose or throat
Liqui-Gels®
One easy-to-swallow capsule provides all-day relief from runny nose, watery eyes.
- Easy-to-swallow liquid-filled capsule
- 24-hour allergy relief
- Non-drowsy relief from pollen, dust mites, pet dander and mold
- Relief from sneezing, runny nose, itchy/watery eyes, and itchy nose or throat